Description:
The Regulatory Affairs Specialist, based out of La Palma, CA, is responsible for developing and maintaining product labeling that complies with FDA, FSIS, FNS, and international regulations. This role provides regulatory expertise to internal partners and delivers business-minded solutions that support compliance and innovation.
What You Will Do
- Develop, approve, and maintain product labeling in compliance with regulatory standards
- Review ingredients, formulations, processing procedures, analytical data, and claims for labeling purposes
- Create nutrition facts panels in compliance with FDA and USDA labeling regulations
- Provide nutrition labeling expertise to internal partners in alignment with company guidelines and/or customers’ requirements
- Partner with Product Development, Marketing, Food Safety and Quality, and Packaging to support new product development, reformulation, and label changes
- Liaise with government agencies and internal partners to resolve labeling discrepancies
- Research new product concepts to determine appropriate labeling and regulatory requirements
- Maintain accurate internal records to support labeling compliance and documentation requirements
- Educate internal teams on current and emerging labeling regulations
- Provide technical regulatory support to cross-functional teams
What We Look For
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Nutrition, Biological Sciences, or related field
- 3+ years’ experience in food regulatory affairs, labeling, and nutrition compliance
- Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented; able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of U.S. and international food regulations, with eagerness to expand knowledge
- Experience with product development and imported products, with familiarity with Canada and Mexico labeling regulations a plus